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Brad Tuttle
In this photo, I was…Being goofy with my sons William and Owen at Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Our rule on vacations: When there's a place to stick your head and take a silly photo, you don't hesitate. You stick your head through the hole.I won't leave home without…A photo of my kids
My favorite travel-inspiring book is…Travels With Charley by John Steinbeck
My best road trip was…Seattle to Glacier National Park with my four closest college buddies before any of us were married
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November 3, 2009, 12:45 PM
Here's an exception to the widespread trend of car rentals getting more and more expensive.
Here's an exception to the widespread trend of car rentals getting more and more expensive.
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October 29, 2009, 4:31 PM
Why is it impossible to find a cheap flight into Jackson Hole? I'll tell you why, and address a bunch of other issues too.
Why is it impossible to find a cheap flight into Jackson Hole? I'll tell you why, and address a bunch of other issues too.
October 21, 2009, 12:05 PM
The round-the-world trip is a dream for many travelers, but it's intimidating on many levels. Fire away your questions, and we'll answer them in an upcoming issue.
The round-the-world trip is a dream for many travelers, but it's intimidating on many levels. Fire away your questions, and we'll answer them in an upcoming issue.
October 15, 2009, 3:08 PM
The package comes with two nights' hotel, a full-day tour that takes in geothermal areas, waterfalls, and national parks, and airfare from as far away as Seattle.
The package comes with two nights' hotel, a full-day tour that takes in geothermal areas, waterfalls, and national parks, and airfare from as far away as Seattle.
October 5, 2009, 2:27 PM
If you reserved last Monday for a rental starting today, the average is $348. That's an increase of 121 percent from a year ago.
If you reserved last Monday for a rental starting today, the average is $348. That's an increase of 121 percent from a year ago.
October 2, 2009, 9:01 AM
At least one night of your lodging bill could be covered thanks to special fall promotions from Choice Hotels, Country Inns & Suites, and Sheraton.
At least one night of your lodging bill could be covered thanks to special fall promotions from Choice Hotels, Country Inns & Suites, and Sheraton.
September 30, 2009, 2:00 PM
Give us your questions! We'll do our best to answer them and to supply our most sensible tips and suggestions.
Give us your questions! We'll do our best to answer them and to supply our most sensible tips and suggestions.
September 30, 2009, 12:26 PM
A new museum opens its doors on October 1 to celebrate Walt Disney as an artist, visionary, and man, not Walt Disney the theme park or brand.
A new museum opens its doors on October 1 to celebrate Walt Disney as an artist, visionary, and man, not Walt Disney the theme park or brand.
September 29, 2009, 12:01 PM
There's an upside to what was a drearily wet summer in much of the Northeast: Thanks to all the rain, this autumn is shaping up as a particularly spectacular season for foliage.
There's an upside to what was a drearily wet summer in much of the Northeast: Thanks to all the rain, this autumn is shaping up as a particularly spectacular season for foliage.
September 28, 2009, 10:54 AM
Autumn is arguably the best season for visiting national parks. The weather is crisp and beautiful, and summer's crowds and peak-season prices have both disappeared.
Autumn is arguably the best season for visiting national parks. The weather is crisp and beautiful, and summer's crowds and peak-season prices have both disappeared.
September 22, 2009, 3:02 PM
A special sale from Direct Air allow you to buy round trip tickets for $149, all taxes and fees included, and you can decide later who is going to use them and when they're going to travel.
A special sale from Direct Air allow you to buy round trip tickets for $149, all taxes and fees included, and you can decide later who is going to use them and when they're going to travel.
September 18, 2009, 12:04 PM
Thanks to everybody who submitted questions, and special thanks to folks who chimed in with resort reviews and insights about their all-inclusive experiences.
Thanks to everybody who submitted questions, and special thanks to folks who chimed in with resort reviews and insights about their all-inclusive experiences.
September 14, 2009, 1:09 PM
Former Talking Heads frontman David Byrne offers his take on what constitutes the perfect city in the Wall Street Journal.
Former Talking Heads frontman David Byrne offers his take on what constitutes the perfect city in the Wall Street Journal.
September 10, 2009, 2:35 PM
Museum Day is coming. Smithsonian magazine is sponsoring a day of free admission to hundreds of museums and cultural centers on Saturday, September 26.
Museum Day is coming. Smithsonian magazine is sponsoring a day of free admission to hundreds of museums and cultural centers on Saturday, September 26.
September 10, 2009, 9:44 AM
Budget Travel asked etiquette experts to weigh in with tips on how to be the perfect houseguest—you know, the kind that hosts invite back.
Budget Travel asked etiquette experts to weigh in with tips on how to be the perfect houseguest—you know, the kind that hosts invite back.
September 4, 2009, 11:24 AM
A woman buys an iPhone, goes to Europe, and unknowingly amasses a $500 bill after four days overseas. By the time she reaches AT&T, the total is around $5,000.
A woman buys an iPhone, goes to Europe, and unknowingly amasses a $500 bill after four days overseas. By the time she reaches AT&T, the total is around $5,000.
September 2, 2009, 12:40 PM
It's funny how technology works in the travel business. Hotel discounter getaroom.com is obviously a website. But the way to get the company's best room rates is by making a phone call.
It's funny how technology works in the travel business. Hotel discounter getaroom.com is obviously a website. But the way to get the company's best room rates is by making a phone call.
August 27, 2009, 3:49 PM
The airline seatback pocket may not be spacious, but it has at least traditionally been a place to stash your magazine or water bottle while you snooze. Not anymore.
The airline seatback pocket may not be spacious, but it has at least traditionally been a place to stash your magazine or water bottle while you snooze. Not anymore.
August 26, 2009, 8:25 AM
Using a special discount booking code this week, you can fly north or south at 50 percent off on Direct Air this autumn and winter.
Using a special discount booking code this week, you can fly north or south at 50 percent off on Direct Air this autumn and winter.
August 21, 2009, 12:23 PM
The all-inclusive can be the ultimate no-hassle vacation. But even if there are no hassles, travelers may have plenty of questions. Trip Coach is here to help.
The all-inclusive can be the ultimate no-hassle vacation. But even if there are no hassles, travelers may have plenty of questions. Trip Coach is here to help.
August 20, 2009, 2:49 PM
Starting on August 29, Liberty University, in Lynchburg, Va., will give skiers and snowboarders the freedom to ride in the great outdoors year-round.
Starting on August 29, Liberty University, in Lynchburg, Va., will give skiers and snowboarders the freedom to ride in the great outdoors year-round.
August 13, 2009, 2:34 PM
Quiz time: When is a $20 daily car rental rate promotion a rip-off? Answer: When you could just as easily be paying $10 a day.
Quiz time: When is a $20 daily car rental rate promotion a rip-off? Answer: When you could just as easily be paying $10 a day.
August 7, 2009, 1:42 PM
We'll offer tons of honest advice and specific answers in an upcoming issue of the magazine. And here are some quick tips right now.
We'll offer tons of honest advice and specific answers in an upcoming issue of the magazine. And here are some quick tips right now.
August 4, 2009, 3:24 PM
Every airline traveler should know that it's unwise to put valuables or fragile items inside a checked bag. What I saw last week at LaGuardia Airport will make you think twice about putting such items in your carry-on too.
Every airline traveler should know that it's unwise to put valuables or fragile items inside a checked bag. What I saw last week at LaGuardia Airport will make you think twice about putting such items in your carry-on too.
July 29, 2009, 12:39 PM
You can now pass the time on board by surfing the web with a laptop or personal device. Is this a good idea, or the most annoying thing since the restrictions on liquids at TSA checkpoints?
You can now pass the time on board by surfing the web with a laptop or personal device. Is this a good idea, or the most annoying thing since the restrictions on liquids at TSA checkpoints?
July 28, 2009, 5:14 PM
Trip Coach is here to help. While certain hassles are unavoidable, a little planning and smart strategizing can go a long way toward making traveling during the holidays more pleasant.
Trip Coach is here to help. While certain hassles are unavoidable, a little planning and smart strategizing can go a long way toward making traveling during the holidays more pleasant.
July 28, 2009, 1:04 PM
I recently booked a flight on Northwest Airlines, and let me tell you, the carrier has really cut back on perks—even seat assignments, apparently.
I recently booked a flight on Northwest Airlines, and let me tell you, the carrier has really cut back on perks—even seat assignments, apparently.
July 17, 2009, 1:54 PM
Starting on July 25, kids can read Curious George books, watch Curious George cartoons, and try to draw (yep) Curious George in a new visitor center for the Curious George Cottage, where the beloved monkey's creators, Margret and H.A. Rey, once lived.
Starting on July 25, kids can read Curious George books, watch Curious George cartoons, and try to draw (yep) Curious George in a new visitor center for the Curious George Cottage, where the beloved monkey's creators, Margret and H.A. Rey, once lived.
July 15, 2009, 3:50 PM
The recession in wreaking havoc in the hotel industry, especially in California, where no fewer than 32 hotels are in foreclosure, and 174 more are in default of loans. But what does it mean for guests?
The recession in wreaking havoc in the hotel industry, especially in California, where no fewer than 32 hotels are in foreclosure, and 174 more are in default of loans. But what does it mean for guests?
July 14, 2009, 5:25 PM
As temperatures in the U.S. rise, demand for steamy tropical getaways goes down. That's why summer is the season for deals at all-inclusives in the Caribbean and Mexico.
As temperatures in the U.S. rise, demand for steamy tropical getaways goes down. That's why summer is the season for deals at all-inclusives in the Caribbean and Mexico.
July 10, 2009, 4:11 PM
Thank you to everyone who sent us photography questions for Ask Trip Coach. Thanks especially to the folks who chimed in with solutions and advice. Good stuff!
Thank you to everyone who sent us photography questions for Ask Trip Coach. Thanks especially to the folks who chimed in with solutions and advice. Good stuff!
July 2, 2009, 3:11 PM
The new Disney statue moves and talks, with words that President Obama himself recorded at the White House earlier this year.
The new Disney statue moves and talks, with words that President Obama himself recorded at the White House earlier this year.
June 30, 2009, 9:54 AM
When you visit an American city, look for an online version of the alternative weekly newspaper's annual "Best Of" edition, in which locals vote for their favorite places to eat, drink, and hang out.
When you visit an American city, look for an online version of the alternative weekly newspaper's annual "Best Of" edition, in which locals vote for their favorite places to eat, drink, and hang out.
June 24, 2009, 8:37 AM
Who doesn't love a little Free Willy? The bard, we mean, not the whale. We've rounded up a dozen theater companies putting on plays around the U.S. this summer.
Who doesn't love a little Free Willy? The bard, we mean, not the whale. We've rounded up a dozen theater companies putting on plays around the U.S. this summer.
June 19, 2009, 3:11 PM
We can help. Send us your questions, and we'll answer them in an upcoming issue of the magazine.
We can help. Send us your questions, and we'll answer them in an upcoming issue of the magazine.
June 15, 2009, 3:21 PM
Every Tuesday, Hotels.com runs a 24-hour sale with rates that can be up to 40 percent lower than normal. You don't have to stay in the hotel on a Tuesday; it's just the only day you can get the discount.
Every Tuesday, Hotels.com runs a 24-hour sale with rates that can be up to 40 percent lower than normal. You don't have to stay in the hotel on a Tuesday; it's just the only day you can get the discount.
June 9, 2009, 12:29 PM
Direct Air, an upstart carrier we've profiled is running a half-off special for flights. We found flights such as Worcester, Mass. to Myrtle Beach and Kalamazoo to Orlando for under $130 (incl. taxes and fees).
Direct Air, an upstart carrier we've profiled is running a half-off special for flights. We found flights such as Worcester, Mass. to Myrtle Beach and Kalamazoo to Orlando for under $130 (incl. taxes and fees).
June 3, 2009, 1:51 PM
A new site is challenging Kayak and other metasearch sites. But in our tests, the site isn't yet doing a good enough job at finding the lowest fares in an quick, intuitive way.
A new site is challenging Kayak and other metasearch sites. But in our tests, the site isn't yet doing a good enough job at finding the lowest fares in an quick, intuitive way.
June 1, 2009, 2:43 PM
Following Expedia's lead, Travelocity and Orbitz drop most of their booking fees.
Following Expedia's lead, Travelocity and Orbitz drop most of their booking fees.
May 27, 2009, 5:10 PM
Marriott, Best Western, and InterContinental are among the big hotel companies rolling out the discounts to entice travelers to stay at their properties this summer.
Marriott, Best Western, and InterContinental are among the big hotel companies rolling out the discounts to entice travelers to stay at their properties this summer.
May 27, 2009, 12:57 PM
JetAmerica, an upstart airline modeled after Europe's Ryanair, is selling tickets to the Florida for $9 apiece.
JetAmerica, an upstart airline modeled after Europe's Ryanair, is selling tickets to the Florida for $9 apiece.
May 22, 2009, 8:51 AM
Several readers give the impression that they'd be happier with the Happiest Place on Earth if there were fewer kids.
Several readers give the impression that they'd be happier with the Happiest Place on Earth if there were fewer kids.
May 20, 2009, 11:53 AM
We're putting together a story that's all about travel emergencies. Share one of your own stories, and it may be published in Budget Travel!
We're putting together a story that's all about travel emergencies. Share one of your own stories, and it may be published in Budget Travel!
May 14, 2009, 5:05 PM
Kayak.com is making it easier to find out the grand total you'd pay for a flight with a checked bag or two. Select the number of bags you're planning on checking, and updated flight prices with baggage charges included appear.
Kayak.com is making it easier to find out the grand total you'd pay for a flight with a checked bag or two. Select the number of bags you're planning on checking, and updated flight prices with baggage charges included appear.
May 14, 2009, 1:48 PM
American Airlines' now lets you cash in your miles for one-way tickets, lowering the bar you need to put your miles to use. It's the first major airline to change its frequent flier program in this way.
American Airlines' now lets you cash in your miles for one-way tickets, lowering the bar you need to put your miles to use. It's the first major airline to change its frequent flier program in this way.
May 12, 2009, 10:41 AM
This travel package with air and extras bundled together is cheaper than booking the flight by itself. Valid for travel in late autumn, includes a flight to Dublin and a week-long car rental starting at $249 per person.
This travel package with air and extras bundled together is cheaper than booking the flight by itself. Valid for travel in late autumn, includes a flight to Dublin and a week-long car rental starting at $249 per person.
May 11, 2009, 4:07 PM
We're putting together a story that's all about travel emergencies—how to avoid them, but also how to be best prepared in case something unfortunate happens. Please post your questions.
We're putting together a story that's all about travel emergencies—how to avoid them, but also how to be best prepared in case something unfortunate happens. Please post your questions.
